Suns @ Bobcats: The Return of the J-rich.

[TattoodCats4life]

It's early, I know, but I'm anxious as all hell...

We've got 3 players from them that now play real minutes instead of "we're up 20, you go ahead" minutes....They got a 40+ min guy from us and are playing him less, and his "star" power average of 20+ ppg is sure dropping, 15 and change last I looked, I've removed his "player widget" from my igoogle. Dudley doesn't even count over there except a body, and that is so sad, the guy has worked SO hard to be here, maybe we'll sign him as a FA when his rookie scale is done...

Tomorrow night is going to be a battle of wills, the Suns play hot and pretty fast and are scoring high pretty consistently, but are notably flipped with our record over the past 5, they are 1-4 we are 4-1 (who'da thunk it eh?).

I honestly think if anyone of the 3 great guys we got in tread with Phoenix has something to prove its Raja, he has that "told ya so" swagger and frankly I see him poping at least a season high, if not getting near his career high PPG with good other numbers to round it out. I also think Diaw may try a bit harder to get a trip-dub...that'd be killer. I'm going to say 40 points between the 3 ex-suns, and 20 for J-rich, if Dudley plays its because we are down lots, so I'd think we should hope he doesnt play :).

I'm also finding myself wondering who we might start. DJ is unlikely to be ready yet, he told me "the road trip" last game so I wouldn't doubt that. May is still not ready, albeit he told me he was "a few games away" but it hasn't been a few games. The only "variable" that I'd say might change our tried and true line up is Diop. Gana only played a few minutes and he had some "I'm in charlotte, they're goign to call that against me" adjustment to make, but with the Suns front court I can see Larry, if not starting at least trying, having Diop and Meka play together. Now we know how well <rofl> Nazr and Meka played together last year...but this is a different circumstance and I can see with the way that EO is playing that we're likely putting alot of work into making him more power forward capable.

Alright, fingers hurt...

LETS GO CATS....

Discuss

[Mustachio]

If you couln't tell by me starting a game thread a full day before the actual game is played, I'm excited for this one.

I was one of the few that didn't immediately hate the CLT-PHX trade. It wasn't because I hated Jason Richardson (quite the opposite) and it wasn't because I loved Diaw or Bell. I just knew the Bobcat's weren't winning and we acquired a guy who could play the PF position more adequetely than any one we have ever had. That was all i needed to hear. And to be quite honest I don't miss J-rich "the player" as much as I miss J-rich "the teammate".

So I'm excited to see how Richardson is adjusting to my least favorite state in the Union. I mean if your gonna be miserably hot and sticky, at least in Vegas you can gamble and look at women who aren't retired or morbidly obese. But I would be lying if I didn't admit I'm more excited about seeing The Big Aristotle. Yes, Wilt Chamberneezy is my favorite player outside of this Bobcats Universe. I still think the Diesel is the most dominant player to wear an NBA jersey, and a pretty hilarious dude to boot. Here's a youtube's to get your blood pumping.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMqOCE_rjJA


Above all that, I'm excited to see this Bobcats team play. If you haven't seen the improvement over this season, you're either Stevie Wonder or a Time Warner Cable subsciber. But seriously, whens the last time you as a Bobcats fan could see a line up that included Shaq, Stoudemire, Hill, Richardson and Nash and honestly think we should get the win? Better passing, better defense, higher confidence and flashing an ability to close out games. Larry Brown is making a stong case for the "best thing to ever happen to this franchise" award. Before I go crowning us champions, lets take a look at the lineups:


SunsBobcatsPGNash (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=592)14.2Felton (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=2753)13.6SGRichardson (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=1018)17.1Bell (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=49)10.6SFHill (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=336)10.7Wallace (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=1026)16.3PFStoudemire (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=1727)21.3Diaw (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=2167)10.8CO'Neal (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=614)17.8Okafor (http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=2399)14

It's a tough matchup no doubt especially in the front court, but I'd take Larry Brown over Terry Porter any day of the week. We have won our last 4 of 5 contests, and they have lost their last 4 of 5. I really would like to see Dude get some playing time. Sadly, it's not likely. Jared has averaged 4 minutes over the last 5 games and thats including two DNP's. Hopefully Porter won't be a dick and lets Dude get some burn against his former mates. Maybe Bell and Diaw come out sending a message to the PHX front office. Here's hoping.

I leave you with more from the one and only... Shaqovic. CAN YOU DIG IT!!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j83-K5vXaLY

[TattoodCats4life]

Nicer than mine, good job ;) Probably should combine the 2 threads tho, could get ugly without that... :)

[davcbow]

I think we can win this game, Phoenix is slipping while we seem to be getting better..... Go Bobcats.....:cool:

[Mustachio]

Nicer than mine, good job ;) Probably should combine the 2 threads tho, could get ugly without that... :)


dude, weird that we both posted one early. I had this typed up with better graphics but when i previewed it, it disappeard. So I had to retype it. I'm gonna merge yours into mine if thats cool.

[G-Force for MVP]

i really want the bobcats to win but if shaq is gonna be playing tommorow i dont see how we are going to match up.

shaq is playing nasty, then they have amare who is a difficult matchup for anyone.

nash has been the assist king the last few games and then they have j rich who really wants to win vs his former team.


the bobcats are really gonna have to fight for this win

[TattoodCats4life]

dude, weird that we both posted one early. I had this typed up with better graphics but when i previewed it, it disappeard. So I had to retype it. I'm gonna merge yours into mine if thats cool.

You are the moderator, I'm not picky, just as long as my first post doesnt get lost all together I'm not bitchy at all... It was a good post that you put up... and as we both see it we're going to win...

I'll put it here so its more likely to be seen, tonight the Grizzlies tossed their head coach.. so funny right after we destroyed them 5 feet in front of my eyes ;)

Are you going tomorrow ?

[Mustachio]

Are you going tomorrow ?


I will absolutely be there, and i'll be drunk early to increase the volume.

[TattoodCats4life]

I will absolutely be there, and i'll be drunk early to increase the volume.

Awesome, I'll be in the autograph line probably 5:30 (or before), PM me if you want, I'd love to say hello before the game if your up for it. My seats are in 212 tomorrow, but who knows, if Fred Whitfield has tickets and has his ladies walking around giving them out, I'll take them in a heartbeat.

[EvetsMorrison15]

remember when J-Rich returned to Golden State? How well he played in that game? Really? Me too

[spectre]

The Arizona Republic (http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/sports/articles/2009/01/22/20090122spt-suns.html)

Good stuff on Bell & Diaw.

If we can take this game it'll be our first victory vs. the Suns right?

[TattoodCats4life]

The Arizona Republic (http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/sports/articles/2009/01/22/20090122spt-suns.html)

Good stuff on Bell & Diaw.

If we can take this game it'll be our first victory vs. the Suns right?

Yes we are 0-omygod against the suns...this is a big night for the "New Look Cats" as they keep saying...

*`~-\_500_/-~`* wow 1 month 2 days...I have no life (and work at home)...

[swetooth9]

Awesome, I'll be in the autograph line probably 5:30 (or before), PM me if you want, I'd love to say hello before the game if your up for it. My seats are in 212 tomorrow, but who knows, if Fred Whitfield has tickets and has his ladies walking around giving them out, I'll take them in a heartbeat.

i got seats in section 225. where do you go for autographs?

[DanielWheeler]

snip..............

[Slam]

The Arizona Republic (http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/sports/articles/2009/01/22/20090122spt-suns.html)

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3 principles in big trade
The Hornets, 7-16 before the deal, are 10-9 since the Dec. 10,
It's been 4 1/2 freaking years!!

[ohara831]

Well, the Suns laid an egg vs the Knicks Wed night, so they are either mad as hell and ready for a bust out game, or they are on a losing streak. Remember, this is exactly how the Boston Celtics got on that 2-7 streak.

I feel good about this one, but unsure exactly why. Just the confidence in the team that they have instilled in not only themselves but us as their fans. They believe they will win, and now the fans do.

Charlotte 109 - Phoenix 101

[Mustachio]

It's been 4 1/2 freaking years!!


I punched my filing cabinet when i read that too.

I mean, how disrespectful is that.

I hope we go all Ali on them tonight, and just batter them and keep yelling... WHATS MY NAME!? SAY MY NAME!

[davcbow]

I punched my filing cabinet when i read that too.

I mean, how disrespectful is that.

I hope we go all Ali on them tonight, and just batter them and keep yelling... WHATS MY NAME!? SAY MY NAME!

Yeah just beat them down and then ask them "Do ya know our name now?".....:cool:

[TattoodCatswife]

I really think we have a chance tonight, I really do..I hope we do it too..I am fired up about tonight's game and it's only 1 in the afternoon lol..we are hoping to get to the arena by 5, talk about being anxious

[amour217]

I think we might have to employ the same tactics we did in the game vs Portland: start going down low to Emeka early and often to try to get Shaq and/or Amare into some foul trouble. Also, Crash can play like a wrecking ball and just crash the lane and try to get the big guys into foul trouble.

I also wouldn't be surprised if we also see a lot of Diaw lurking on the perimiter to attempt to lure Amare from clogging up the middle, which will give us some flexibility for posting up, or drive-and-dish plays. If we play smart and play hard and do all that for every second of the game, we have a very good chance at showing them up tonight.

Oh, one more thing....the bench needs to freakin score too!

[bing!]

http://i477.photobucket.com/albums/rr138/ch_bing/blkk.jpg


Oh, one more thing....the bench needs to freakin score too!
... SO true.

[TattoodCats4life]

I honestly think this game we'll win or lose at the line... because we need to get their bigs in touble quick, I'm talking 3 min 3 fouls for Shaq quick...If we do that we can handle their backcourt, as long as none of our bigs forget that J-Rich will definately try to light it up above the rim tonight.

They have to pick A) Let him score the 2, B) foul light and he gets it at the line and we're in trouble, or C) (my choice) we foul HARD HARD HARD and maybe he doesnt play the next few games :) (Love J-rich but he's the enemy now)

[biz]

ill be at the game tonight, sect.116 woot

[TheBeagle]

I really think we have a chance tonight, I really do..I hope we do it too..I am fired up about tonight's game and it's only 1 in the afternoon lol..we are hoping to get to the arena by 5, talk about being anxious Same here. This is The Game of the homestand. I want this win too much, so a loss will be brutal moreso psychologically than in the standings. I think we've never had a better opportunity to beat the Suns than we do now, but you never know...

Obviously the match up to watch is Raja/JRich where my money is hands-down on Raja!!! Then again, the Boris/Amare matchup is intriguing as well since Amare caused Boris's lack of minutes and production.

[ziggy]

Here is the enemy's game thread for those that like to snoop --> Arizona Sports Fans (http://www.arizonasportsfans.com/vb/f7/suns-at-bobcats-1-23-a-128140.html)

[BIGCatBobcat]

I've been so sick/hopped up on drugs/excited about this game i couldn't do a proper blog post. I started one but it was: "Bobcats bench blows, 2 guys playing former team, J-Rich returns, umm shaq is crazy and awesome, amare all star starter? phoenix has beaten the bobcats 8 of 8 times and are averaging 118 against, bobcats havent played them close it seems like, ever, winning 4 of 5 and phoenix lost 4 of 5 and lost to NY."

See no contiguous thoughts, just all disjointed. i'm jacked for this game though. I'm going, i feel like doo doo but at least it's not 4 degrees outside.

[stent]

http://fr.justin.tv/ender195


enjoy

[countryboi]

yay....a game in HD...man it looks 100x time better than that crap they try to pass off as standard def.

[teej]

http://fr.justin.tv/ender195


enjoy

thank you very much!

[countryboi]

wow stephanie ready looks good in HD..ha

[MilZo]

If Boris punks the idiot Amaré and we win this one, I'll be happy for a long long time.

[dnbman]

Shaq looks like he's been using the Sean May Workout dvd.

[etothet]

looking for video feed.

[dnbman]

Yea passes! Okafor opens the game with a dunk.

[ziggy]

Larry Brown > Terry Porter

[davcbow]

Good start 9=4 so far...Thanks for the JTV feed...:cool:

[MilZo]

looking for video feed.

http://fr.justin.tv/ender195 was posted above, dunno if it works

[teej]

the feed sucks nuts

anyone else have one?

[Bobcat4Ever]

Feed stopped working

shit

[gforce33]

****
the link doesn't work

[etothet]

looking for a video feed.

[bing!]

Suns are shooting poorly. 2 for 12 + 5 TOs.

[bing!]

...playing poorly... but sure are swatting those poor attempts away.

[bing!]

yay for Gana, spent 1:13 in the game and already with 2 fouls.

[dnbman]

I gotta say: if we blew out the Suns, that would be cool.

[gforce33]

which link are you watching

[dnbman]

What was the last play of the quarter? A tip-in fail?

Barnes scores with .9 seconds left and then it says Felton missed a layup.

[davcbow]

Great quarter 21-13..... Diop isnt working out so far but the rest are looking good....:cool:

[Slam]

What was the last play of the quarter? A tip-in fail?

Barnes scores with .9 seconds left and then it says Felton missed a layup.
Set play, Barbosa drove and passed to the wide open Barnes in the corner for the 3 ball.

[bing!]

We still haven't seen (some) of the starters rest, and that worries me a bit, Larry the Slave Driver.

[spectre]

I think he was asking if we had a tip in after Barnes' 3 ptr. Gamecast said it was a 58' shot...so I think it was a last second heave.

Pretty good so far.

[Bobcat4Ever]

Uh oh we have a Nazr sighting

And then he commits a foul....

[Bobcat4Ever]

Nazr get the fuck off the court...seriously

[spectre]

LOL 4 fouls in 4 minutes!

[bing!]

Nazr sure has some skills... skills to hack at his opponents.

[Bobcat4Ever]

Spectre you ought to come visit us on ISH more. Haven't seen you in a while

[Bobcat4Ever]

Nazr sure has some skills... skills to hack at his opponents.

And he's not even doing hack a shaq

What a waste of 11 million

[spectre]

Spectre you ought to come visit us on ISH more. Haven't seen you in a while

I posted on there this morning. Who are you over there?

[dnbman]

I think he was asking if we had a tip in after Barnes' 3 ptr. Gamecast said it was a 58' shot...so I think it was a last second heave.

Pretty good so far.

Yeah. At first, Yahoo said he missed a layup, which would have involved some kind of Hail Mary pass and a Felton catch and shoot.

But, then they changed it to the mid-court shot.

[bing!]

O'Neal is 6-6 at the free throw line !?

[spectre]

I guess the strategy is to wear Shaq out by letting him score on each possession?

LB with the tech.

[Bobcat4Ever]

I posted on there this morning. Who are you over there?

Bobcat4Ever

Must not have seen your post...

[bing!]

Nazr and Gana are useless as reserves, Adam is having severe mental issues, Sean and Shannon are both rawish... we need D.J. asap.

[davcbow]

The refs seem to be kissing Shaq's butt right now. LB tech when he objects to it...:cool:

[Bobcat4Ever]

Get'em LB!

[spectre]

Bobcat4Ever

Must not have seen your post...

Ahh, whasup! I thought you had the same user name over here!

I just had a hit and run one liner about when we'd get a star.

[Bobcat4Ever]

Ahh, whasup! I thought you had the same user name over here!

I just had a hit and run one liner about when we'd get a star.

I think I had the same name over here but then ziggy did the whole database update thing and somehow I got stuck with this name (lol wtf?)

[bing!]

Larry should ask Porter if he can borrow Dudley for the next couple of hours.

[bing!]

... a lovely 9-0 run for the Cats.

[Bobcat4Ever]

RAJA FOR 33333333

16 point lead and TO for Suns!!!!

YESS!!!!

[spectre]

I think I had the same name over here but then ziggy did the whole database update thing and somehow I got stuck with this name (lol wtf?)

LOL that's hilarious! I bet if ya ask Zig will take care of that for ya.

What a nice run! LB's well timed technical keys us in for a quick 8 - 0 run...now up 43 to 27!

[dnbman]

We are now up 20 on a western conference team with playoff aspirations.

[BobCatsFanInTx]

The main thing we need to see is whether the Bobcats can weather a strong push from the Suns. You know there is going to be one.

[Bobcat4Ever]

J RICH FOR 33333333333

o wait....

[MilZo]

Suicide watch on the Suns' board
^^

[spectre]

The main thing we need to see is whether the Bobcats can weather a strong push from the Suns. You know there is going to be one.

Aw c'mon Tex...just once, just come in and just say "We're kicking ass!!!!!!!" :p

[spectre]

OMG Crash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Bobcat4Ever]

Gerald With Two 3's In A Row

Diaw With Bucket And Foul

Fuck Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[bing!]

38 points in the 2nd, is this a record for the Cats ?? Gerald with a MONSTER game so far.

[Bobcat4Ever]

Ahh too bad we have to play the 2nd half....

[WarioVsMooChicken]

I think I just orgasmed

[davcbow]

OMG the Bobcats are on fire...59=37 at the half.... GW 22 points at the half.... ILBIT... :cool:

[davcbow]

The main thing we need to see is whether the Bobcats can weather a strong push from the Suns. You know there is going to be one.


Come on man be optomistic....:cool:

[spectre]

On the chat at that failed link:

Suns' fan: wtf the suns down 20?

Another fan: you wish it was that close LOL LOL LOL

:hysterical:

Man this is fun! If only I could see the damn game.

[ohara831]

Could not have asked for a better 1st half. Holding them to 37 for a Half. They score that in a qtr usually. All the starters are having a great game. This is beautiful. Now, just dont let up cause you know Phoenix is going to try and blitz us with a fast start to the 3rd. If we hold the lead as is for a while, they will lose heart and this game is ours.

[etothet]

still looking for video link

[BobCatsFanInTx]

Aw c'mon Tex...just once, just come in and just say "We're kicking ass!!!!!!!" :pI am working on being more optimistic but the cats aren't used to leads like this. I am only stating that many times when a team is behind they make a run. Being that the cats aren't used to having huge leads or sustaining them I only hope they keep their foot on the Suns throats.

[gforce33]

gw 22pts 8-10 3-3 4st 1bs:biggrin:

[davcbow]

Could not have asked for a better 1st half. Holding them to 37 for a Half. They score that in a qtr usually. All the starters are having a great game. This is beautiful. Now, just dont let up cause you know Phoenix is going to try and blitz us with a fast start to the 3rd. If we hold the lead as is for a while, they will lose heart and this game is ours.

We need to start strong in the 2nd half and just play 4 complete quarters... Najr with 4 fouls and the bench with only 1 RB our bench isnt doing much so far... but damn man the starters are kicking butt.....:cool:

[Slam]

Our entire team D has been stunning, they have no answer for Crash - but we have no answer for Shaq.

Got to keep the distance for the rest of the game.

This is something else!! I am gob smacked.

[spectre]

gob smacked


I have GOT to give that a +1!

So our D is top shelf so far? It "sounds" like it, but it's nice to know for sure.

And Crash...Jesus. Sounds like he is having one hell of a game!

[BobCatsFanInTx]

Anybody else like to see JRich have a good game in a losing effort? I don't want us to lose obviously but that does not mean I wouldn't like all JRich to look good in losing.

[Walt Cronkite]

http://www.justin.tv/trever26 gogogo

[spectre]

We're now up by 26...and Raja already has 7 assists.

Oh, and I wish Richardson ALL the best...just not against us.

[Slam]

So our D is top shelf so far? It "sounds" like it, but it's nice to know for sure.

Suffocating, rotating, talking, playing the lanes.

Shaq looks great in the post and is giving EO50 fits, but other than that, our D has been.........stunning.

The amazing D has generated point after point. We have a LOAD of fast break points and points off turn overs.

Amare is NO idea of how to score with Boris guarding him.

I am honestly blown away.




I think we have arrived.

[dnbman]

Have we ever handed out a beatdown like this??!!

I almost feel bad for Phoenix.

I just hope we don't implode.

[kickazzz2000]

This has progressed from potential blowout




to Beatdown status

[stent]

the defence of thecats is amazing. Bobo on amare is really good.

[Walt Cronkite]

I already posted this once but it didn't show up????

http://www.justin.tv/trever26

[davcbow]

Up by 27 wish we had a answer for shaq....:cool:

[spectre]

http://www.justin.tv/trever26

Crap...I'd missed it.

[BobCatsFanInTx]

I bet Steve Kerr is wondering how he let Porter get away with forcing Diaw and Bell out of Phoenix.

[stent]

Boris in the paint and after for the 3....without speaking about crash.

[spectre]

Hah! Amare posts up on Bell...backs in on him and gets the offensive foul!

[JamieMcNeill]

hurray for "gana" diop being in the game

[teej]

Just got back from dinner and all I have to say is

DAMN!!!!

If we play like this against the lakers man, itll be awesome!

[stent]

amare 6 TO and 5/14 FGM-A

[spectre]

Just look at Crash's stat line:

10 of 12, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals...26 points.

Make that 5 steals!

[davcbow]

Up by 26 end of 3rd... mercy!!! 50 points between diaw and wallace....:cool:

[teej]

Did we ever find another feed?

[ohara831]

After 3, the Suns have 55 pts. Diaw and Crash alone have 50! An awesome game so far! Just great!

[etothet]

wish I could see the 4th quarter. any video feeds?

[dnbman]

30

against the Suns.


We're up 30.

[RELAXTV]

wish I could see the 4th quarter. any video feeds?

http://www.justin.tv/trever26


here ya go!

Even though I'm happy we're raping the Suns, I'm a bit worried that we still don't have a bench. I hope that our starters don't burn out in the next few month.

[Ampsportsduo]

Never felt so good to see Singletary, Howard, Ammo, and Dudley in the game at the same time.

[teej]

this is without a doubt the best Bobcats game I have been a part of! WOW

[RELAXTV]

30

against the Suns.


We're up 30.

If you told me that this morning, I would've laughed at your face


Damn, I'm pinching myself

[spectre]

30

against the Suns.


We're up 30.

I know!!!!!!!!!!!!

Is this about the most satisfying thing since sex or what!

[RELAXTV]

I REALLY wish we had a better bench

[Melanie]

This game is soooo sweet!!!

[Ampsportsduo]

3rd coach in a row to get fired shortly after a loss to the Bobcats?

[RELAXTV]

Damn, this is a Rec league game LOL

[teej]

HAHAHAHA

"That looked more like a tennis match"

[Ampsportsduo]

Damn, this is a Rec league game LOL

You'd get kicked off my team if you passed like that! I'm the LB of rec league hoops.

[Shrimpy_Jackson]

Our bench is terrible.

[davcbow]

Our bench is lacking for sure....:cool:

[RELAXTV]

You'd get kicked off my team if you passed like that! I'm the LB of rec league hoops.

LOL at the LB of rec league hoops:biggrin:

[Alex]

Only Dallas to go.

[RELAXTV]

I gotta post like crazy, I gotta change my name from Sean May!!!!

[Ampsportsduo]

From the Az Sports Fans...



I've thought (and argued) ever since the day of the JRich trade for Diaw+Bell that Charlotte got the better of the trade. Only today do I know it for an absolute fact.

I'd almost rather have Diaw than Amare...

I'm going to use this opportunity to allow those who were super critical of the trade to step up and own up.

[RELAXTV]

From the Az Sports Fans...



I'm going to use this opportunity to allow those who were super critical of the trade to step up and own up.

I'll fess up.

The first time I found out about the trade, I swear, I almost crapped in my pants.

My mind was racing like crazy.

I really wanted MJ and Higgins head on a stick, seriously.


Now about 2 month later, I am a lot more than surprised.


Still wish we had Dudley though

[teej]

Who thought we'd see Wallace in street clthes before the end of the game?

And I remember freaking out that we traded Richardson, but after I looked up who we got, I was reserved...not sure how I voiced it though

But I know we got a steal now!

[Ampsportsduo]

We can still be friends.

I miss the Dude too.

[RELAXTV]

I still miss Duds.

He'd a been a hell of a bench player right now

[ammofan]

We are really rolling right now.....go cats!

[Melanie]

Our bench is just horrible! They've managed to score 3 points in how many minutes????

[RELAXTV]

Wow, this is probably the first time I saw the crowd give a standing ovation at the end of the game.

I hope more people will catch on to the Cats!


Great game, but we need to trade for a better bench player!

[teej]

Nice finish by Shannon Brown

98-76 "for your Charloooooooooooooooote Boooobcaaaaaaats!"

Helluva game, lets keep the Big Mo going into the road trip

[Shrimpy_Jackson]

Our bench is just horrible! They've managed to score 3 points in how many minutes????

Yeah that was pretty frustrating, you figure someone would want to show up. Shannon Brown did a couple of things, but remains to be seen how long our starters can keep up this pace. It was nice to get a little break tonight in the 4th. Great game!

[dnbman]

We just got some love from the ESPN broadcast team of the Dallas game.

[ohara831]

This was an awesome game! Great job by the starters. They dominated!

I am not liking the Diop trade - at all.

Our bench MUST improve if we are going to continue to win.

[davcbow]

Great game tonight guys 98-76. Our bench just needs some playing time to get going.... Little Sean looked ok in the last few minutes.. Diop looks confused on the court but that should change in time... Im estatic about this win tonight.... Playoffs a real possibility now. I too wish we still had duds....:cool:

[RELAXTV]

Nice finish by Shannon Brown

98-76 "for your Charloooooooooooooooote Boooobcaaaaaaats!"

Helluva game, lets keep the Big Mo going into the road trip


we can get at least 2 wins during the road trip. If we get more than that, I'm hopping on the playoff or bust bandwagon!

Indiana we should win
we should win either against Portland or Utah
I hope we can eat the Lakers
Denver is a mystery.

5 of the last 6

If we Manu didn't hit those back to back threes, we'd a been on a 6 game winning streak!!!

[RELAXTV]

We just got some love from the ESPN broadcast team of the Dallas game.

What'd they say?

[teej]

We just got some love from the ESPN broadcast team of the Dallas game.

Never thought I would hear that

love from espn

sounds really good

[countryboi]

3rd coach in a row to get fired shortly after a loss to the Bobcats?


I laughed when the gizz fired Iavaroni...like he was the problem no there team is insanely bad...I remember a lot of people wanted him here...funny how things change

[dnbman]

What'd they say?

Basically just Brown's doing a good job with the team and that we've been playing well since the break. They didn't mention the blow out win, at least while I was listening.

Still, we were mentioned!

[RELAXTV]

Basically just Brown's doing a good job with the team and that we've been playing well since the break. They didn't mention the blow out win, at least while I was listening.

Still, we were mentioned!


Yeah, feels weird getting love from ESPN

I wonder if Simmons will jump on the Bobcats wagon soon?

Well, if Simmons jumps on, I'll be sure to beat him off with a stick!

[teej]

Yeah, feels weird getting love from ESPN

I wonder if Simmons will jump on the Bobcats wagon soon?

Well, if Simmons jumps on, I'll be sure to beat him off with a stick!

Or you could just toss him one of Morrisons wacky tobaccy sticks

cuz hes gotta be on somethin

[Ampsportsduo]

+10 fastbreak points for the Cats against the Suns. I thought Clemson would win in Chapel Hill before I ever saw that.

[dnbman]

Also, our first win against the Suns? (Yes, according to Yahoo's game wrap.)

Does that mean the Spurs are the only other team we haven't beaten?

[spectre]

Dallas.

8 assists was a career high for Raja.

I'm going to have a hard time going to sleep tonight!

[davcbow]

Also, our first win against the Suns? (Yes, according to Yahoo's game wrap.)

Does that mean the Spurs are the only other team we haven't beaten?


Weve beaten the spurs once its the Mavericks we havent beaten yet....:cool:

[Slam]

I'm going to use this opportunity to allow those who were super critical of the trade to step up and own up.
To this day, and forever more, it is obvious we gave up too much in that trade.

Regardless of how all players involved in the deal work out for each team, that will never change.

[coordinator0]

Wow. i'm not able to watch many games, but one thing stood out in the Box score. Well, actually a few things. The first was Diaw. He's brought more to this team that J-Rich ever did IMO, and I hope he keeps it up. The second was Amare's numbers. looked like he was shut out. Another was Diop. 14 minutes and 1 rebound? I guess it's early... The final thing I want to point out is Okafor's numbers. Was he in foul trouble early or did he go into hiding because Shaq was on the court? And I didn't even talk about Crash's big night...

[Slam]

We just got some love from the ESPN broadcast team of the Dallas game.
Consider that a warning shot Dallas, 'cause your arses are next!!

It'll be great to get that monkey off our backs.

[JamieMcNeill]

Dude.
I believe there was a Lexy citing tonight.
I was beginning to wonder if he forgot how to play basketball

[Ampsportsduo]

To this day, and forever more, it is obvious we gave up too much in that trade.

Regardless of how all players involved in the deal work out for each team, that will never change.

There's no way we gave up too much. If you're still clinging to the 2nd rounder, it was the least we could do.

[teej]

Dude.
I believe there was a Lexy citing tonight.
I was beginning to wonder if he forgot how to play basketball

Well he looked decnt for a backup out there, but not ready for a normal game yet

[BobcatsAllDay]

Great win tonight, games like these are why I get so pissed at Diaw when he disappears in some games.

NBA TV said we have a more than solid starting 5 and have a good shot at making the playoffs. We're getting media attention....wtf?!?!?!?!?

[Slam]

I don't mind saying that I was really nervous about tonight. We'd been playing so well over the last 6 or so games and I was wondering if the bubble would burst tonight.

Instead, they came out and crushed a pretty good team.

Amazing Team win.

[teej]

Great win tonight, games like these are why I get so pissed at Diaw when he disappears in some games.

NBA TV said we have a more than solid starting 5 and have a good shot at making the playoffs. We're getting media attention....wtf?!?!?!?!?

This feels too good to be true! Haha good time to be a cats fan!

[Dead_Real]

I'm loving the chip we are playing with since beating Boston hopefully it will carry over into the second half of the season. GW's stat line looks reminiscent of King James numbers dude is a monster. Like you all our lack of bench production worries me but DJ's return will ease my worries a little bit.

The Cat bandwagon will continue to grow don't be surprised to see a few National TV games if the W's continue to pile up.

[TattoodCats4life]

Alright, just got home from the best bobcats game I have ever witnessed in my life... 59 37 at the half... I think that is the worst first half the Suns have put up in a long time.

I'm going back out for a while, but when I get back I'm going to catch up on the board and have a good evening relaxing ;)

[G-Force for MVP]

tatoo cat where were you sitting?

[BobcatsAllDay]

I know we can't win them all but we really need Sunday's game versus the Pacers and I can live w/ whatever happens against L.A. Hopefully DJ comes back healthy and helps the bench get out of this funk. I know there are some moves on the horizon but how much would a trade affect this team? Good or bad.

[Slam]

Alright, just got home from the best bobcats game I have ever witnessed in my life... 59 37 at the half... I think that is the worst first half the Suns have put up in a long time.

I'm going back out for a while, but when I get back I'm going to catch up on the board and have a good evening relaxing ;)
Can't wait to read your break down. Must be walking on cloud nine after sitting through that live!!

[Ampsportsduo]

I can't help but keep going back to Suns forum that Ziggy linked. The sky is falling, bwahahaha!

[teej]

Can't wait to read your break down. Must be walking on cloud nine after sitting through that live!!

'm thinkin cloud nine might not be enough, cloud 22 maybe? lol

[110oldeast]

Great defense tonight. Dominated them all outside of Shaq.

We cut the head off their offense tonight.

Nash and Barbosa combined for 4 pts 8 assists 8 TOs on 2-12 shooting. J-Rich was locked down. Hill and Amare were non-factors.

The Suns shot 36% from the floor and that was likely brought up in garbage time.

[Slam]

I can't help but keep going back to Suns forum that Ziggy linked. The sky is falling, bwahahaha!
Seriously? Are they giving us any props at all for playing a really complete game or is it all about Porter sucking, Nash being too old, Amare being a big baby and Shaq being too slow?

[Muttley]

We're coming for you Dallas!!!!

Holy Crap, we freaking OWNED the Suns tonight. What a role reversal from previous seasons!

DJ's supposed to return on Sunday, right?

[Muttley]

To paraphrase one Amare Stoudamire, "at least our players don't have to play for some team that doesn't win, like Phoenix."

[Ampsportsduo]

Seriously? Are they giving us any props at all for playing a really complete game or is it all about Porter sucking, Nash being too old, Amare being a big baby and Shaq being too slow?

A lot of we caught them on a bad nighit, Amare has butterfingers, Porter must go...

[teej]

To paraphrase one Amare Stoudamire, "at least our players don't have to play for some team that doesn't win, like Phoenix."

He said that??

[TattoodCats4life]

tatoo cat where were you sitting?

This game 212 K...a few sections over from The Beagle

[teej]

This game 212 K...a few sections over from The Beagle

How bad were the Nascar fans? Because theres no way we get a sellout other than that

[Slam]

He said that??
After the worlds in Vegas a reporter asked if it was going o be hard to go back to the Suns after playing with such sensational talent on the USA roster over the summer.

Amare responded with (something like): "Hard, no, not hard at all. It's not like I'm going back to Charlotte"

[TattoodCats4life]

All right... So I was nervous, I mean playing a team we've never won against, seeing all the Suns fans there etc... we lost the tip, damn we're going down so quick..but no, 90 seconds, 5 possessions still 0-0...Then OK-A-FOR... they got up on us for a moment in the first, but from there out the score kept growing and growing...Calls were even going our way for a good part of the first half...up by a bunch at the half...holding the suns, one of the NBAs most productive offenses to 37 in a HALF, thats their typical quarter... "I thought we were playing OKC" my wife said...it was that insane...The second half we kept it up and that is even more important...maintaining the momentum past the halftime break...they took their starters out (gave up) before we did...

The thing I was shocked by was the invisible/hiding Okafor...when shaq was out he wasnt (except when he got fouled). Was a bit shocked we didnt have Diop/Nazr out with Meka for some time...but Juwan + backup center was decent too...

We're moving up, and its just crazy...win against the pacers, get DJ back (more likely at LAL) then tear up the Lakers and go perfect on the road trip :) We do dream...but at least its realistic now :)

[TattoodCats4life]

How bad were the Nascar fans? Because theres no way we get a sellout other than that

It was alright, far from a sell out, probably 15k butts in seats... The team store was FULL after the game...

Oh side note, they now have swingman DJ jerseys...$85 at the team store...I grabbed a Bell replica, figured out I'd rather have the whole roster in replica jerseys than a few authentics, so that's where I'm going...

[Slam]

A lot of we caught them on a bad nighit, Amare has butterfingers, Porter must go...
Jerks. Give us some credit at least. We MADE them have a bad night with top shelf D and smart, efficient offense.

5 of their last 6 games must have been "bad nights"!!

[TattoodCats4life]

Amare responded with (something like): "Hard, no, not hard at all. It's not like I'm going back to Charlotte"

Thats okay, there were at least 75-100 fans waiting to get autographs from the Suns, and Nash slapped 1...*1* hand and ran to the locker room without even acknowleging the suns fans who stood forever :) I like our guys, always willing (if they're not late to get to the locker room) to autograph, chat whatever..

[teej]

It was alright, far from a sell out, probably 15k butts in seats... The team store was FULL after the game...

Oh side note, they now have swingman DJ jerseys...$85 at the team store...I grabbed a Bell replica, figured out I'd rather have the whole roster in replica jerseys than a few authentics, so that's where I'm going...

it was a paid sellout, at least according to the tv

[TattoodCats4life]

it was a paid sellout, at least according to the tv

I hear ya...There were a few thousand empty seats...but it was pretty full... looked like when the Pistons or Knicks come to town on a weekend...

[TattoodCatswife]

It was a totally awesome game period. Being there in person was so great. I was so skeptical going in there but it was an amazing game.

[teej]

I hear ya...There were a few thousand empty seats...but it was pretty full... looked like when the Pistons or Knicks come to town on a weekend...

I'll bet its the most butts in the arena since opening night

[TattoodCatswife]

I'll bet its the most butts in the arena since opening night

Yes you are right about that one

[Mustachio]

Hey does the whole "if Cialis last more than 4 hours, call your doctor" thing apply to Bobcats games too?

and if so does anyone know a good doctor?

[teej]

Hey does the whole "if Cialis last more than 4 hours, call your doctor" thing apply to Bobcats games too?

and if so does anyone know a good doctor?

HAHAHAHAHAHA

Just look at Hillary Clinton's picture...you'll be back to normal in no time :biggrin:

[MilZo]

Nice jump in the standings tonight.
:)

[Robertpel9]

I was there tonight as i go to every game now unless i am out of town but have been at every game since the bucks before xmas. Here are my takeaways

The arena was about 2/3 full maybe a little more but i still was able to move right near center court on the upper deck without even thinking of someone telling me they actually bought the seat (My season tickets are in a corner but i always just go sit in 224

Diaw is the main differenc ein this team, he stretches the D, handles the ball like pretty much no one in the league for his side and has finesse and range, he makes the whole team better with his ball movement and opening up the inside

Bells defense is great as always as he is a ringer, on wed night he could not miss, he has respect for his shot from the other team in every game

i dont hate felton like i first did but he still had plenty of examples tonight of just stupidity ont he floor

Juwan Howard is the bench steal of the season, the guy works his ass off and is really in it for the game, he adds a lot of value to this team

Nazi is useless

Diop so far is even more useless, hopefully that will correct itself though bu Nazi's only use tonight was fouling shaq and in general he sucks

This team is on a roll. I attended my first game a month ago, have been to every game sice and am a diehard fan now i even cashed in on the deal of the night and got a fleece balnket and slipper for $7 cobines and then a felton and Okafor Swingman set for $53 total on ebay. I am in it for the long haul now

We will likely make the playoffs but we need a lot more depth if we ever plan to go anywhere once getting to the dance

off to bed

[TheBeagle]

Heard there was a good game tonight; by the time I got there it was a 28 point lead with 2 minutes to go in the 3rd.

If I hadn't gotten behind a lady that confused an entrance ramp with a driveway, and consequently popping her bumper a bit, I can only imagine what I could've gotten to see. Instead I watch traffic zoom past me on 77 waiting on a patrolman to come calm this old lady down, and have him fill out a report (God forbid we settle this between ourselves). Hell, the highway monitor guy that came by said with the little damaged it caused either of us, she shouldn't go to the trouble of reporting it, but fuck it, she did, I owe $172 in fine and court appearances and I'm supposed to be in court at goddam 9am sometime in March.

Then my battery fucks up and I have to get patrolman to call in a tow truck for me, waiting another half hour for him to come. Still, I've always liked to ride in tow trucks, so I got to have a little bit of childish fun asking him what such and such button does, and what kinda shit has he seen over the years, and he tells me about his time as a repoman and we're both cussing like sailors at dumbfuck drivers.....a lot of fun!

After he starts me up, I hang around at the lot a bit with the guys and shoot the breeze (I forget the name of the service, but it's right there on N. Davidson....cool dudes) and make my way into the Arena and hear a score of 78-54 or something like that, and I get upset all over again thinking we're down, and it turns out we're not, and I'm walking around the concourse slack-jawed.

Like Tattood, I picked up a Raja jersey in the store, go up to my seats, watch the last 14 minutes of action, give GW an ovation for his performance (which I heard from neighbors was good), see Lexy put up 4, 2, and a gorgeous assist to Shannon for a nice slam, and it was a fantastic close to an......interesting night.

Phew...

[MilZo]

Tough evening TheBeagle, sorry you had all these problems and that you missed most of this most amazing game.

[CTownSC]

Great win - go B-cats - can't wait till Sundays game

[TattoodCats4life]

The only thing that could have made that game any better would have been a game time trade announcement that we traded Sean May for Steve Nash :) (Not that that's even possible)... But seriously that was the best night of bball I've seen...Then came home and the last part of the Cavs/Warriors game was killer too, action packed.

[Mustachio]

that sucks Beagle. old ladies blow, should have hit her harder, made her earn those tears. just kidding... kind of.


what a pass by Lexy that was though. Shannon hung on the rim to slow it down a little bit too... it was nice. Too bad the arena crew had gone for the night apparently and gave us no replay.

[TattoodCats4life]

at bobcats.com in the "gallery" for the game they have a good picture of his 1 hand hang...

[Keetch]

There are two stories to this game; depending on where your heart is; but both are valid I think. They are opposing stories: The emergence of the Bobcats as a winning club, and the eminent demise of the Suns as a contender. The second story does not diminish the first. We . blew . out . the . Suns!

The Shawn Marion for Shaq trade was just bad for both the Heat and Pheonix; Miami still lacks a center. Imagine what they'd look like with Shaq, Beasley and Wade? Yet adding Shaq to the Suns just killed what made Phoenix so dangerous and entertaining; the D'Antoni offense. Shaq in...Amare to PF (where he's much less active)...D'Antoni to NY.

Either ESPN or NBA.COM reported that Nash has a bad back and shouldn't have played. That makes sense, Nash was pretty worthless out there. But that's happening to Nash more and more these days. His value is diminishing rapidly.

From what I saw last night, Terry Porter isn't doing much to help the Suns. They came out shooting quick jumpers and turning the ball over; sort of the anti-Larry Brown offense in action. The only time they were at all effective was when Shaq would back down whatever poor Bobcats slob was trying to stop him. But Shaq can only do that for short bursts, so not big worries.

On defense; as big as Shaq is...we were easily getting behind him for inside backdoors and lay-ins. Shaq doesn't have the mobility any more and doesn't seem to like to turn around to defend an inside shot. It was very, very funny to see 2 or 3 of our guys under the rim, while Shaq is standing still in the middle of the key facing the other way. Where's Amare? Generally, standing outside the key; deferring to Shaq. On O, Amare settles for jumpers and goes inside much less. Works for me. What a waste for the Suns though! ...to be continued...

[Keetch]

On our side; it was big time retribution night for Boris and Raja. I could see it in their faces. I think those guys must be REALLY upset with whats become of their old team. I think they wanted a BIG PIECE of Porter's butt (and Kerr too probably). Near the end of Diaw's big 3rd Quarter run, after he made a huge 3, the Suns called timeout and Raja ran to the bench screaming at Boris. He was pretty fierce, in a good way. Man, I think I was watching a Raja Bell stress release, and it was a bit daunting; again, in a good way!

Raymond Felton didn't have a great statistical game; and there were a few times he shot it too quick; but SO what? Man I am overwhelmed and overjoyed by the emerging change in his game. He's picking up a little of the Raja swagger I think. I just don't see those crazy eyes lately. His control of the offense is spot on and his defensive play is strong.

I think the jury is still out whether Diop is a better player than Ryan Hollins. Diop's been pretty ineffective so far, but its too early. I just don't see any fire in Diop at all. If there ever was a guy that seems to riding a big contract.....well we'll see. I suppose the ONE thing that Diop gives LB is a big body that will hold a position on the floor, and not run all over the place like Ryan did, likely disrupting our game (and LB's brain waves) on both ends. But so far, I'd say Ryan is the better shooter, shot blocker and rebounder. But what good is all that if the guy is incapable of figuring out how to fit in on the court?

One thing for sure...for now Diop is making Mohammed better. I'm seeing a little more light in Nazzies game than pre-Diop. Is he feeling a little challenged?

Okafor deserves to be in the All Star game. Nuff said.

Okay, on the second string....lets just say it'll be great to have DJ back. I think we're seeing the end of Ammo. He's just not producing anything on the court. I doubt he's back next year. Ditto, Shannon Brown; beyond the occasional highlight dunk (those ARE cool though!). Juwan Howard's doing a great job, just PLEEEASE sit down Juwan, I can't see through you, and unlike you; I've PAID to watch the game A LOT.

[Keetch]

Beagle: Man what a mess? I'm amazed you kept your chin up through all that...good job man.

On my end...I took my daughter to the game. She's going to ASU up in Boone. I drove from Winston to Wilkesboro to pick her up and then to Charlotte. We left the game with 2 minutes left at 9:15 and got caught in a mess of a traffic jam in our (normally easy) parking garage. We always park under the Childrens Museum, but there was some sort of event going on there that let out just as we got there. It took until nearly 10 pm to get out of the garage, and then we hit some downtown gridlock. By the time I drove to Wilkesboro and back to Winston it was 12:15.

After we'd been sitting in the exhaust fumes for over 30 minutes, some nut tried to cut in front of us when we were like 3 cars from the gate. The guy in front of me starts yelling to "get to the back of the line" and I rolled down my window and yelled "DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT IT!" I'm happy the guys weren't packin'.

Anyway...it was all worthwhile. My daughter had so much fun at this one, that she was asking me if the Bobcats were ever on ESPN and could she get the games on cable in Boone! :D

[TattoodCats4life]

Glad you enjoyed the game, as did my wife and I and we brought my niece as part of her birthday present... She even got a t-shirt from the rally cats so she was pleased...

[TattoodCatswife]

Glad you enjoyed the game, as did my wife and I and we brought my niece as part of her birthday present... She even got a t-shirt from the rally cats so she was pleased...

Yeah, she had a fantastic night

[Dunk]

I was at the game as well. I work a block over from the arena and just stayed late, grabbed some dinner, and walked over. There's definitely a lot more buzz around the Cats now that the tide is turning (i.e, they're starting to win). It's cool.

I can't add much to what's been said about the game but I think we might make one more move to get more bench depth once DJ gets healthy.

[dav7z]

Got to score on this possion or it's over

[TattoodCatswife]

I was at the game as well. I work a block over from the arena and just stayed late, grabbed some dinner, and walked over. There's definitely a lot more buzz around the Cats now that the tide is turning (i.e, they're starting to win). It's cool.

That has got to be so kewl to be that close and be able to just walk to the games :)